Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Grab Saros on PS5 here: playstation.com/en-ca/games/saros/? Saros releases April 30!
Thanks to Sony for bringing me to Helsinki to try Saros hands on!
Housemarque is back, and Saros feels like the evolution of the formula they perfected with Returnal. After spending my first few hours on the shifting, haunting planet of Carcosa, I’m ready to share my initial thoughts on whether this "spiritual successor" lives up to the hype.

In this video, we dive into the core gameplay loop as Arjun Devraj, breaking down the brand-new Soltari Shield mechanic and how the shift toward permanent progression changes the high-stakes roguelike tension we've come to expect from the studio.

What we’re covering today:
The "Bullet Ballet": How Saros handles combat compared to Returnal.

Shield vs. Dash: Is the new defensive playstyle a game-changer?

World-Building: My take on the "Violent Beauty" of Carcosa and the King in Yellow vibes.

Difficulty & Accessibility: Is the permanent progression system a win for the genre?

Saros is currently making waves as a potential GOTY contender for the PS5—let’s see if it’s worth your time (and your sanity).

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